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June 16, 2026

California co-eds killed after being swept out to sea by dangerous waves while sleeping

Two college students from Fremont, California, died after being swept into the Pacific Ocean by rising tides while apparently napping near a beach archway.

June 16, 2026

US travelers warned after deadly rides and sexual assaults tied to beach vendors

U.S. Embassy has warned Americans to avoid jet ski rentals in the Bahamas, citing deaths, injuries and reported sexual assaults by rogue operators. Here's what to know.

June 16, 2026

3 Brazilian men charged after woman tossed from bridge without safety rope

A 21-year-old woman died after instructors launched her from a bridge without attaching safety ropes during a rope-jumping event near São Paulo, Brazil.

June 16, 2026

Crowded airport lounges force airlines to rethink future of travel perks for fliers

Airlines are rolling out grab-and-go lounge concepts to combat overcrowding, offering free food and drinks without the need for travelers to find a seat or stay.

June 15, 2026

A practical guide to not getting mauled by a bear while hiking or camping this summer

Recent bear attacks in Glacier and Yellowstone parks highlight why hikers need proper preparation, bear spray and food storage in bear country.

June 15, 2026

Teen accused of killing stepsister on Carnival cruise ship ordered detained before murder trial

Teen accused of killing stepsister Anna Kepner on Carnival cruise ship ordered detained after judge finds no release conditions can protect community.

June 15, 2026

American hiker vanishes on tropical trek as flash floods, mudslides turn jungle getaway into desperate search

California tourist Ashley Phillips, 30, has been missing in Costa Rica since June 2 after flash flooding struck during her hike in the region.

June 15, 2026

Record-breaking daredevil who performed at Super Bowl with Madonna dies in BASE jumping tragedy

Record-breaking daredevil Andy Lewis, known as 'Sketchy Andy,' died in a BASE jumping accident near Moab, Utah, during a tandem jump Sunday.

June 15, 2026

Missouri skydiving plane crash that killed all 12 aboard is a 'devastating loss,' company says

Skydive Kansas City says staff remains in shock after a plane crash killed all 12 people aboard, including 11 skydivers and a pilot in Missouri.

June 15, 2026

Hikers face urgent Grand Canyon heat warning after teen’s death on popular trail

An 18-year-old hiker died on Grand Canyon's Bright Angel Trail in 109-degree heat. Now officials warn extreme temperatures can overwhelm healthy hikers.